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    Home » Recipes » Snacks

    By: Allie Petersen · Dated: January 10, 2023·Last Modified: January 31, 2023 ·Posted Under: Energy Balls & Bars, Snacks,·This post may contain affiliate links. I earn from qualifying Amazon purchases. ·

    No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

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    These easy no-bake peanut butter energy balls are a delicious healthy snack packed with nutritious ingredients. They are perfect for an on-the-go snack or breakfast.

    This is a picture of no-bake peanut butter energy balls in a bowl.

    Why you'll love his recipe

    • Easy to make
    • Perfect for on-the-go snacks or lunches
    • Healthy and packed with lots of nutritious ingredients to energize you
    • Vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free!

    I love to take these peanut butter energy balls to work for a quick snack. They would also be great for kid lunches, hiking, picnic, camping, or for a pre-workout snack.

    Check out these other great snacks:

    • Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars (No Bake)
    • Peanut Butter Cookie Balls

    Ingredients

    • Old fashioned oats: I recommend old fashioned over quick because they will give a better texture to the energy balls.
    • Maple syrup
    • Natural Peanut Butter : Could substitute for another nut butter of choice.
    • Nuts & Seeds: Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, ground flaxseed and chia seed
    • Dried cranberries
    • Mini Chocolate Chips: Vegan/non-dairy if possible. I love Enjoy Life.

    How to make these energy balls

    1. In a large mixing bowl add all of your ingredients.
    2. Mix well until combined
    3. Place bowl in the fridge for 30 minutes so ingredients can harden.
    4. Using an ice cream scoop press mixture into a ball. You may have to press in between your hands too.
    This is a picture of no bake energy balls laid out on a plate.

    How to Store Energy Balls

    Store in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.

    Substitutions

    • Nut butter: Switch out the peanut butter for almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower butter
    • Nuts: Switch up the pumpkin and sunflower seeds with crushed walnuts, pecans, cashews, or peanuts
    • Maple Syrup: Try date syrup or agave for vegan options. If you're not vegan you can use honey.

    Are energy balls good for you?

    Yes! They are packed with healthy ingredients that fuel your body.

    Here are just a few of the amazing benefits of these ingredients:

    • High fiber: assist with digestion and promote gut health
    • High in Essential Fatty Acids: Hemps seeds, chia seeds, flaxseed, and pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are essential for maintaining a healthy heart and supporting overall brain health.
    • Good source of minerals: Pumpkin seeds are a good source of magnesium, zinc, and manganese, which are essential for maintaining a healthy immune system and supporting proper bone health.

    This is a picture of energy balls in a bowl.

    Pro Tips

    • Balls not sticking together? Make sure to leave them in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Keep your hands clean and wipe off every once in awhile if they are getting sticky. Add a tablespoon or more of maple syrup or peanut butter.
    • Keep your energy balls in the fridge. They will stick together better and last longer!

    No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

    Allie Petersen
    These easy no bake peanut butter energy balls are a simple tasty snack your whole family will love!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Resting Time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Snack
    Servings 25 balls
    Calories 137 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups old fashioned oats
    • ⅓ cup maple syrup
    • 1 cup peanut butter natural
    • ¼ cup sunflower seeds roasted and salted
    • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds roasted and salted
    • ¼ cup dried cranberries unsweetened
    • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips vegan
    • 2 tablespoon hemp seeds
    • 2 tablespoon ground flax
    • 2 tablespoon chia seeds

    Instructions
     

    • In a large mixing bowl add all of your ingredients.
    • Mix well until combined.
    • Place bowl in the fridge for 30 minutes so ingredients can harden.
    • Using an ice cream scoop press mixture into a ball. You may have to press in between your hands too to create the ideal ball shape. If the mixture seems too wet, add a bit more oats. If it’s too dry, add a bit more nut butter. It should resemble a somewhat sticky dough that holds together when lightly squeezed. 
    • Store in container in fridge for up to 7 days.

    Notes

    Balls not sticking together? Make sure to leave them in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Keep your hands clean and wipe off every once in awhile if they are getting sticky. Add a tablespoon or ore of maple syrup or peanut butter.
     
    If you aren't using salted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds consider adding a pinch of salt for flavor.
     
     
    Calorie count disclaimer: Naturallie Plant-Based offers nutritional information for recipes contained on this site. This information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. This information comes from online calculators. Although Naturallie Plant-Based attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 137kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.005gCholesterol: 0.3mgSodium: 47mgPotassium: 114mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword energy balls, peanut butter balls
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